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Community Health Services Director Starting Salary Range: $73,615 - $81,065 annually General schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm Location: Bloomington, IL About the Role The Community Health Services Director provides strategic, operational, and fiscal leadership for the Community Health Services Division. This includes oversight of public health nursing, immunizations, communicable disease services, HIV/AIDS testing and support services, dental hygiene and education, and emergency preparedness and response. This position plays a vital leadership role in ensuring programs are effective, compliant, data-driven, and aligned with public health laws and best practices. The Director works closely with supervisors, clinical staff, community partners, and the Health Department Administrator to deliver high-quality services that protect and promote the health of McLean County residents. What You'll Do * Lead, mentor, and support supervisory and clinical staff across multiple public health programs. * Oversee approximately 20 employees, contractual dentists, and a part-time physician through direct and indirect supervision. * Develop, implement, and evaluate policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. * Direct division budgeting, monitor expenditures, and provide fiscal oversight. * Prepare and administer grant applications and funding requirements. * Analyze data and prepare reports for the Board of Health and other stakeholders. * Guide staff in the appropriate use and communication of public health data. * Coordinate division communications to ensure clear, accurate, and timely public messaging. * Build and maintain partnerships with schools, healthcare providers, community organizations, and other agencies. * Represent the Health Department on boards, committees, and community groups as assigned. * Support emergency preparedness activities, including serving in an Incident Command Staff role during public health responses. What We're Looking For We are seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking leader who brings: * Experience supervising staff and developing high-performing teams. * Experience managing complex programs in a highly regulated environment. * Strong fiscal management and budget oversight experience. * Grant development and administration experience. * Policy development and analysis expertise. * Ability to lead change and drive quality improvement initiatives. * Strong written and verbal communication skills, including public and media communication. * Ability to build effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders. * Skill in analyzing data and translating findings into actionable strategies. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in public health, community health, nursing, or a related field. * 4-6 years of experience in clinic management or supervisory leadership in a fast-paced environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Qualifications * Experience in a professional-level role within government, healthcare, or public health. * Experience developing and implementing strategic plans. * Experience with performance management and quality improvement initiatives. * Demonstrated ability to align teams with organizational mission and goals. * Experience prioritizing and sequencing complex initiatives. Licenses & Certifications * Valid Illinois Driver's License with safe driving record and proof of insurability. * Registered Nurse license in Illinois (or reciprocal state) may be required. Work Environment & Physical Requirements Work is primarily performed in an office setting with occasional off-site clinics or emergency response activities. Duties may include sitting, standing, walking, lifting light objects, operating office equipment, and driving. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Benefits Package McLean County offers a comprehensive benefits package: * Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance * Medical Member Rewards Program * Health Savings Account (HSA) * Flex Spending Account (FSA) * Dependent Spending Account (DSA) * Supplemental Insurance: Life, Critical Illness and Accident * County provided Life Insurance * Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF Pension) * Paid time off: vacation days, personal days, sick days, holidays * Identity Protection * Charitable Giving * Employee Assistance Program * Full salary range: $73,615 - $113,352 annually (upper range reflects a long-term career with McLean County) About McLean County Government McLean County Health Department is a local public health department that offers a variety of programs to serve McLean County residents: WIC/Family Case Management, Environmental Health, Vital Records, Communicable Disease, Immunizations, and Dental Services. McLean County Government takes pride in serving our dynamic and fast-growing community. We provide a wide range of services, including public safety, criminal justice, road and bridge maintenance, animal safety and adoptions, vital records management, personal health services, food safety inspections, and park management. Our dedicated team of over 800 employees work across 25 departments to ensure the well-being and growth of our community. To learn more about McLean County Government and career opportunities, please visit Ready to Make a Difference? Join a mission-driven team dedicated to protecting and improving the health of our community. If you are ready to lead impactful public health programs and guide a dedicated team of professionals, we encourage you to apply. Click "Apply" at the bottom of this post. * If applying through a third party job board, please fill out an application via McLean County Government's Job Board located at Confidentiality of your application is maintained upon request. McLean County Government is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Exempt : No Type : FT Employee Department : Health Department Location : DEFAULT